Letter: Thanks for buying mansion puzzles

This is a thank you to all who have purchased the Bidwell Mansion jigsaw puzzles these last few weeks. And a really big thanks goes to the many businesses who were so willing to support our Bidwell Mansion by selling them in their business, showing excitement when you bought them.

There are still a few available for $20 at some of the businesses who deserve recognition for their efforts. They are Art, Etc., Avenue 9 Gallery, Bird in Hand, Chico State Wildcat Book Store, Chico Museum, Chico Chamber of Commerce, Chico Art Center, Chico Creek Nature Center, Cocoon Retail Boutique, Grace, Jr., The Groomers, Hubbs, Made in Chico, Mecca Salon, Tom Foolery, the 3 UPS stores, Wall Street Salon, and Zucchini & Vine. I anticipate a net gain for the Mansion of $10,000. Hoorah for you.

A reorder has been placed and the next 500 are expected to arrive in about six weeks. So if you are looking for the perfect Christmas gift, the answer will be in Chico in plenty of time. They will be available for sale in the Bidwell Mansion Gift Shop, as well as participating businesses.

Several of my P.E.O. Sisters came to my rescue and helped deliver the puzzles to the businesses. What a great effort that was! And thanks to the Chico E-R for telling you about their arrival. All in all, Bidwell Mansion and I have all of Chico to thank.